Essentials
- City
- Hradec Králové, Hradec Králové Region, Czech Republic
- Population
- Approx. 93,000
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Pražské Předměstí (near the main station) or the area around the University (UHK)
- Internet Speed
- Average 100-250 Mbps (Fiber widely available via PODA or Vodafone)
- Currency & Banking
- Czech Koruna (CZK). 1 EUR ≈ 25.30 CZK, 1 USD ≈ 23.40 CZK
- Tap Water
- Safe and high quality (Drinkable)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets
- SIM Card
- O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone (Prepaid 10GB approx. 400-600 CZK)
- Banking for Expats
- ČSOB, Raiffeisenbank, Revolut is widely used
- Accommodation
- Sreality.cz (long term), Airbnb, Hotel EA Tereziánský dvůr
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile payments accepted in 95% of establishments
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, Flatio (approx. 18,000 - 25,000 CZK/month)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Academic (approx. 500 CZK/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Velké náměstí) for architecture and historic charm
Other Services and Amenities
- Tech Repair Services
- ITS Servis (near Masarykovo náměstí)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Sportovní hala Třebeš, various outdoor tables in housing estates
- Language Classes
- University of Hradec Králové (Czech for foreigners courses)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Kniznice HK (Study and Research Library in Hradec Králové)
- Community Centers
- Adalbertinum (Cultural and social center)
- Gaming Lounges
- SkillZone (occasional pop-ups) or local PC cafes
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Černigov (near Main Station)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Zásilkovna (Pickup points everywhere), PPL, Česká pošta
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 105,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 35 m² = 3,675,000 CZK)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 85,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 35 m² = 2,975,000 CZK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 98,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 55 m² = 5,390,000 CZK)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 78,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 55 m² = 4,290,000 CZK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 90,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 6,750,000 CZK)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 72,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 5,400,000 CZK)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (standard rate in Czech Republic as of 2024/2026)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% (standard rate)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (residency >183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 23% (for income above 36x average salary)
- VAT
- 21% standard; reduced rates 12% for food and certain services
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned anti-tax avoidance directives apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, annual tax based on square footage and location (calculation is complex but generally low)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 0% (Abolished in 2020)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Flat tax (Paušální daň) option for freelancers (approx. 7,500 CZK/month covers tax/social/health)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Coworking HK (Gočárova třída 1620, approx. 3,500 CZK/month)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Knihomol (Klicperova 145) or CrossCafe (multiple locations like Gočárova)
- Networking Events
- Technologické centrum Hradec Králové (TCHK) startup events
- Social Events for Expats
- Foreigners.cz Hradec Králové Meetups, Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Buddy System
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (widely available), Liftago
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (30 mins free with some accounts), Bolt Scooters
- Best Beach Nearby
- Stříbrný rybník (Silver Lake) - sandy beach and camping, 15 mins by bus
- Top Regional Airline
- Czech Airlines (CSAs via Prague PRG)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Ryanair, Smartwings (via Prague Airport)
- Highway Access
- D11 Highway (connects Hradec Králové directly to Prague in 1 hour)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Hradec Králové hlavní nádraží (Main Station)
- Public Transport Passes
- Dopravní podnik HK (DPMHK) - Monthly pass approx. 550 CZK via 'Městská karta'
- Regional Travel
- RegioJet or České dráhy (Train to Prague: 110-220 CZK)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Fakultní nemocnice Hradec Králové (University Hospital), Sokolská 581
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Joga (Velké náměstí 14), Wellness studio Flošna
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Fitcentrum I-A (Dukelská třída), Go-Fit Hradec Králové
- Laundry Services
- Quickwash (Self-service near city center, approx. 120 CZK per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Foodora, Wolt
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Svíčková na smetaně at Restaurace U Radnice
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Bazalka (Vegetarian buffet/shop), Dhaba Beas (Indian vegetarian)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Cukrářství Sladký život, Gelateria Amarena (near the square)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Aupark Mall, OC Futurum, local markets at Velké náměstí
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Alza.cz, Mall.cz, Rohlik.cz
- Grocery Delivery
- Rohlik.cz, Košík.cz, Tesco Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- V kopečku street (bars like Localis, Na Hradě)
- Local Brewery
- Pivovar Beránek (Stěžery), Pivovarský dom HK (Old Town)
- Wine Bars
- In Vino (Velké náměstí), Vinotéka u Mouřenína
- Street Food Stalls
- Food trucks at Náplavka (riverbank events)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Mexita (Italian/Mexican), Chopstix (Asian Fusion)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- The White Tower (Bílá věž), Cathedral of the Holy Spirit
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of Eastern Bohemia (Muzeum východních Čech)
- Historical Sites
- The Canon's Houses, Old Town Square (Velké náměstí)
- Religious Sites
- Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Church of Saint Nicholas (wooden church)
- Annual Events
- Rock for People (major music festival in June), Jazz Goes to Town (October)
- Cultural Districts
- Gočáruv okruh (Architectural circle showcasing functionalist buildings)
- Theater Venues
- Klicperovo divadlo, Drak Theatre (Puppet theater)
- Local Markets
- Farmers markets at Malé náměstí (seasonal)
- Music Scene
- AC Klub (indie/alternative), Petrof Gallery (classical/piano)
- Street Art
- Underpasses at the Gočáruv okruh featuring local murals
- Cooking Classes
- Ola Kala (occasionally hosts pop-up workshops)
- Art Galleries
- Galerie moderního umění (Gallery of Modern Art)
- Historic Buildings
- Hydroelectric Power Plant 'Hučák' (Art Nouveau style)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Saloon of the Republic' (Salon republiky) moniker for its urban planning
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Městské lesy (City Forests) - over 3,800 hectares of trails
- National Parks Nearby
- Krkonoše National Park (Giant Mountains) - 1 hour drive away
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Labská stezka (Elbe Route) - cycle path following the river to Kuks
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Top of the White Tower (Bílá věž) - views of the city and Orlické mountains
- Birdwatching Locations
- Bohdanečský rybník (approx. 20 mins away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated public fire pits in Městské lesy (Mazurova chalupa area)